CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A3 sedan and RS3 vehicles. The latching pins for the center rear seat head restraint may be missing.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the head restraint may detach and cause injury to the vehicle occupants.
- Remedy
- Audi has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, replacing any that are missing pins, free of charge. The recall began on March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72I8.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2018 vehicles, the latching pins that hold the center rear seat head restraint in place may be missing. The notice notes that the head restraint may not stay attached to the seat in a crash.
If the head restraint detaches during a collision, it could injure passengers sitting in the rear seat. Owners should take this seriously, especially if rear-seat passengers ride regularly.
The repair is free. Dealers will inspect the center rear head restraint and replace any that are missing pins. To check whether your vehicle is included, contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 and reference recall 72I8, or check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Audi A3 Cabriolet | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Audi RS 3 | 2018 |